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AZ Craters & Winslow - Out of This World!

AZ Craters & Winslow - Out of This World!

Discover Arizona’s otherworldly landscapes on this overnight getaway featuring the volcanic beauty of Sunset Crater, an overnight stay at the historic La Posada Hotel in Winslow, and an up-close look at Meteor Crater. Enjoy a memorable dinner at La Posada’s acclaimed Turquoise Room and explore two of Arizona’s most extraordinary natural landmarks.

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Discover Arizona’s otherworldly landscapes on this overnight getaway featuring the volcanic beauty of Sunset Crater, an overnight stay at the historic La Posada Hotel in Winslow, and an up-close look at Meteor Crater. Enjoy a memorable dinner at La Posada’s acclaimed Turquoise Room and explore two of Arizona’s most extraordinary natural landmarks.

OUT OF THIS WORLD!!

 

 

 

Explore a fascinating side of Arizona on this two-day adventure. Travel north to Flagstaff, where you’ll have time for lunch on your own before visiting Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument. Discover a striking landscape shaped by volcanic activity, then continue to Winslow for an overnight stay at the historic La Posada Hotel. Once a celebrated Harvey House railroad hotel, La Posada is known for its distinctive architecture, colorful gardens, and Southwestern art. Finish the day enjoying an included dinner with your fellow travelers at the renowned Turquoise Room.

 

After breakfast at the hotel, journey to Meteor Crater, one of the world’s best-preserved meteorite impact sites. Enjoy an included guided tour to learn how this massive crater formed and discover the science behind this extraordinary landmark.

 

Following an included lunch, relax on the return journey back to Phoenix.

 

 

 

There is not an elevator at the La Posada Hotel in Winslow, Az.

 

 

 

 

Single Price $745.00

Day One

Depart the Valley and travel north toward Flagstaff, enjoying the changing scenery along the way. Enjoy lunch on your own in Flagstaff before continuing to Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument. Explore the dramatic volcanic landscape, where dark lava flows and cinder-covered hills reveal the powerful forces that shaped this corner of Arizona. Continue to Winslow and check in at the historic La Posada Hotel, a beautifully restored railroad hotel originally opened in 1930. Designed by renowned architect Mary Colter, La Posada offers a distinctive blend of Southwestern architecture, art, gardens, and railroad history. This evening, gather for an included dinner at the hotel's acclaimed Turquoise Room, known for its Southwestern-inspired cuisine.

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Day Two

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before departing for nearby Meteor Crater. Formed approximately 50,000 years ago by the impact of an iron-nickel meteorite, this enormous crater is one of the best-preserved impact sites on Earth. Take an included 30–40-minute guided tour to learn about the incredible force of the collision, the science of meteorite impacts, and the crater’s fascinating history. Enjoy an included lunch before heading back to the Valley.

FB, L

FB=Full Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner

Suggested Packing

-Casual Clothing that can be mixed and layered

-Comfortable walking shoes

-Hat and Sunscreen

-Cash and Credit Cards (Only those needed)

-Medicine and spare prescriptions

-Extra glasses and/or contacts

-Book, Word Search and/or Crossword Puzzle

-Binoculars

-Seat Cushions and/or Blanket (If attending a parade or show)

-Ear plugs and sleep mask

-Mini-Sewing Kit

-Toiletries and Tissues

-Chargers for devices (Cell phones, Tablets, etc.)

-Extra Memory Cards (Digital Cameras) or Extra Film

 

Activity Level 2

This is perfect for those who want a balanced approach to travel. It’s comfortable for walking at least 30-45 minutes over a variety of terrains, and perfect for those who want to explore a new city on foot. With a few hills or flights of stairs, this product level is perfect for those who like to take in everything their destination has to offer.

 

Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.

Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.

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6820 East Superstition Springs Blvd, Mesa
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13593 West Camino Del Sol, Sun City West
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10040 West Bell Road (99th Ave and Bell Road)
Mesa Doubletree Mesa Doubletree
1011 West Holmes Avenue, Mesa, AZ
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25630 Brentwood Drive, Sun Lakes AZ
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